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Greg James, Jimmy Anderson and Felix White take an alternative (and sometimes musical) look at cricket...

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Jimmy’s not impressed with the solar eclipse and Sharky’s stuck 15 billion miles from Earth so let’s move on to cricket - next up for England is unpredictable/mercurial/enigmatic Pakistan. Will Pope, Lawrence and Cox seize on their chance to impress?... more

It’s goodbye Bazball, hello Flemball - but what can we expect from the Stephen Fleming era? Plus the Tailenders find themselves in a social media pile on, Dinosaur cricketers (literally), more cricketing confessions need absolving, perhaps the best ‘... more

‘Clickgate’ rocks the world of Village Cricket, Greg is in trouble with the law, Mattchin invokes the ‘Spirit of Cricket' for his latest quiz and the pros and cons of Cricketing Songs.

We follow Harry Brook and Liam Plunkett in an attempt to switch codes and do a bit of baseball. We do so with no Greg and Jimmy, so it’s left to Felix and Mattchin to initiate Melanie Newman and Xavier Scruggs into the world of cricket.

Mel and X ar... more

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Recent Guests

Roch Alam
BBC TMS commentator and Bangla Cricket podcast host
BBC
Episode: Mercurial Pakistan and Brilliant Bangladesh
Roshan Alam
BBC Sport presenter reporting from Australia
BBC
Episode: Mercurial Pakistan and Brilliant Bangladesh
Melanie Newman
One of the few female play-by-play broadcasters in MLB
MLB
Episode: Major League Bazball: The Cricket-Baseball Crossover Special
Xavier Scruggs
Legend of MLB broadcaster and analyst
MLB
Episode: Major League Bazball: The Cricket-Baseball Crossover Special
James Anderson
England fast bowler, guest on the episode
England Cricket Team
Episode: Emergency pod: Stokes! This is the last thing we wanted to happen...
Issy Wong
England fast bowler, World Cup participant
England Women / Team England
Episode: Hot and Unhinged
Mattchin Tendulkar
Media figure, notable cricket personality
Sun/Media (as referenced in show)
Episode: Hot and Unhinged
Jonty Rhodes
Former South African cricketer, legendary fielder
South Africa national cricket team
Episode: The Greatest Fielder of All Time: Jonty Rhodes
Ashley Giles
Ashes-winning cricketer, former England captain, MD/CEO of Worcestershire
Worcestershire County Cricket Club
Episode: Left Arm Spin Special: Ashley Giles.

Hosts

Greg James
Host of Tailenders; known for hosting, humor, and musical elements.
Felix White
Co-host and musician with a sharp sense of humor and musical interludes.
Jimmy Anderson
Co-host; England cricketer with candid commentary and insightful observations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 8.6k ratings
  • My new favourite podcast

    I found this podcast during the recent appalling ashes tour of Australia and found it lifted my cricket spirits.

    It is perfect for anyone, whether you’re a lifelong cricket fan or, like me you came to it much later. I don’t think I’ve laughed so much, I genuinely cannot wait for a new episode to enter my feed.

    It’s clear by the chemistry between Greg, Felix, Jimmy, Mattchin and producer Sharky that they are all friends and this is a podcast by cricket fans for cricket fans.

    I was always more o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thud!
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Go well and listen well

    Great for cricket badgers, casual fans and the barely interested!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dilb3rt
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Always a happy place!

    Simply delightful!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laurie Whitten
    France3 months ago
  • Podcasts. Human being ones.

    Thank you for having us on please leave a review.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ilpiratanegra
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • GO WELL

    Really really funny good amusing and insightful I started listening podcasts when for the love of cricket started I finished all of those and ones and had to find ones I like then I stumbled across these and now listen to these every night when I fall asleep and before school and this is just amazing sooo thank you,good night and GO WELL!!!! See you next week👋👋👋

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EB-P1313 😁😁😁
    United Kingdom4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Fans appreciate variety—from quizzes to village cricket segments and cross-sport discussions.
The show is credited with making cricket culture accessible and funny while staying insightful.
Listeners praise chemistry among hosts and guests, calling it a warm, entertaining cricket show.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#18
United States/Sports/Cricket
Spotify
#36
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#9
United Kingdom/Sports/Cricket
Apple Podcasts
#12
Canada/Sports/Cricket
Apple Podcasts
#105
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#7
France/Sports/Cricket

Talking Points

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Mercurial Pakistan and Brilliant Bangladesh
Q: What makes the Bangladesh tour to Australia significant for their development as a Test team?
The guests explain that Bangladesh has built a more credible pace unit and improved overseas performance through coaching and strategic focus, signaling a shift from home-strength to away competitiveness.
Emergency pod: Stokes! This is the last thing we wanted to happen...
Q: What do you think happens next for England's captaincy after Stokes' retirement?
The hosts speculate that Harry Brook could be vice-captain or that the leadership duties may shift, with pathways including Root or other emerging players; they emphasize the need for a balanced squad.
Hot and Unhinged
Q: How do you balance red-ball and white-ball preparation during a World Cup cycle?
Wong explains the juggling act between formats and the planned training blocks that keep both forms sharp, with emphasis on when to prioritize specific skills.
Hot and Unhinged
Q: Is Issy Wong enjoying the World Cup experience so far?
Yes, she discusses team dynamics, competition for places, and how the squad is navigating a busy tournament schedule while preparing for a forthcoming test series.
The Greatest Fielder of All Time: Jonty Rhodes
Q: What did you learn from the 1999 semi-final that you carried into future roles?
He talks about leadership, accountability, and the idea that every player's contribution, including a bowler like Donald, matters in achieving a win, not just the batsmen.

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What is Tailenders about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show combines cricket talk with humor, banter, and occasional musical interludes, featuring a steady trio of hosts who riff on current cricket news, culture, and village cricket while weaving in guests, listener interactions, and playful segments. Episodes frequently touch on captaincy decisions, media narratives, and crossovers with other sports, plus personal anecdotes that give a warm, pub-chat vibe. Noteworthy is the blend of expert cricket insights with accessible humor, making it appealing to both hardcore fans and casual listeners seeking entertainment and relatable storytelling.

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1. Test Match Special
2. For The Love Of Cricket
3. Sky Sports Cricket Podcast
4. Stick to Cricket
5. Wisden Cricket Weekly

How many episodes of Tailenders are there?

Tailenders launched 11 years ago and published 323 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Tailenders?

Recent guests on Tailenders include:

1. Roch Alam
2. Roshan Alam
3. Melanie Newman
4. Xavier Scruggs
5. James Anderson
6. Issy Wong
7. Mattchin Tendulkar
8. Jonty Rhodes

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